Mod Revival Morning with LTS

One of my favorite musical styles has always been the Mod Revival. In 1979, fresh off the heels of punk and with the film version of The Who's "Quadrophenia" looming large, bands hopped on their scooters, pulled on their parkas, strapped on their Rickenbackers and began rocking with a hint of R&B and ska.
Sure it was derivative of 1960s bands such as Small Faces, Creation and of course the Who. But it was fun rock-n-roll, too, with bands such as Merton Parkas, The Chords, Squire and (at least early on) The Jam cranking out catchy, sing-a-long tunes.
This morning I am listening to my "Bank Holiday" playlist on the iPod as I prepare for work.
The playlist includes a pair of songs by Long Tall Shorty. Sometimes known as "LTS" on the scene, Long Tall Shorty fit the bill as a classic Mod Revival band. Sharp tunes... Sharp clothes... They were "the face."
Keith Mono (vocals), Stewart England (guitar), Tony Perfect (guitar), Jimmy Grant (bass) and Mark Reynolds (drums) even named themselves after a Kinks song. How great is that?